Applications and nominations are now open for Agronomy Australia’s Awards and Bursaries.
These opportunities recognise excellence, leadership and emerging talent across Australian agronomy. We encourage members and colleagues to apply or nominate deserving individuals.
Donald Award
Recognising an individual who has made an outstanding and sustained contribution to agronomy in Australia, particularly in northern Australia.
Agronomy Australia Fellowships
Celebrating distinguished service and leadership that has advanced the profession and the Society, particularly in northern Australia.
Young Agronomist Award
Acknowledging emerging leaders making a strong impact early in their agronomy careers, particularly in northern Australia.
Travel Bursaries
Supporting early career agronomists to attend conferences and professional development activities.
Now open. Applications close 31 March.
For more information contact Dr Sue Knights, Executive Officer, Agronomy Australia, office@agronomyaustralia.org.au.
Apply or nominate today and help recognise excellence in Australian agronomy.
Do I need to register for the conference before applying for a bursary?
No. Conference registration is not required at the time of bursary application.
Successful bursary recipients will be required to register and pay for the conference, with eligible costs reimbursed after the conference in accordance with the bursary conditions.
Can I wait for confirmation of full paper acceptance before registering?
Yes. There is no requirement to register for the conference before receiving confirmation of full paper acceptance. Applicants may wait until paper outcomes are released before completing their registration.
If I register after the final paper decision, will the registration fee change?
Registration fees are based on the pricing period at the time of registration:
To support paper presenters, a two-week extension of the early bird rate will be offered following notification of paper acceptance. Presenters who register within this extended period will be eligible for early bird pricing.
(August 2026 – August 2027) - valued at $150
As a member, you’ll enjoy access to a growing range of benefits:
Agronomy Australia is expanding and we invite you to connect, learn, and contribute to the future of agronomy in Australia.
All current members and those who have expressed interest in the 2026 Agronomy Australia Conference will receive these membership benefits from January 2026, in the lead‑up to the event.